Arctander Clam Chair by Philip Arctander, Oak & Sheepskin
By Paustian, Philip Arctander
Located in Atlanta, GA
Developed by Danish architect Philip Arctander, crafted in 1944, the Arctander Clam Chair boasts a
Oak
Midcentury Tufted Wingback "Clam" Chair & Ottoman
By Philip Arctander
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kick back and enjoy the splendor of the yesteryear with this gorgeous Mid-Century Modern armchair and ottoman. A sleek tufted black leatherette seat provides ample support and comfor...
Leather, Faux Leather, Wood
$7,149
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 25.99 in
Swedish Modern Clam Chair in White Teddy Fabric and Beech, 1940s
By Philip Arctander, Arnold Madsen
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare 'clam' chair was produced by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the late 1940s. The design is
Fabric, Upholstery, Faux Fur, Beech
$38,000
H 33.08 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs in Lambswool, Skive Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s
By Skive Møbelfabrik, Philip Arctander, Arnold Madsen
Located in Odense, DK
The most amazing pair of clam easy chairs made in the style of Arnold Madsen. These chairs were
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech
$11,781
H 33.47 in W 24.02 in D 32.68 in
Art Deco Clam Easy Chair Dark Stained Wood New Sheepskin 1940s Skive Møbelfabrik
By Philip Arctander, Skive Møbelfabrik, Axel Larsson, Viggo Boesen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Clam Art Deco easy chair by Danish Skive Møbelfabrik made in the 1940s The club-shaped legs and
Sheepskin, Wood
Tourenne Chair in Plush Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sinuous curves of
Velvet
Tourenne Chair in Performance Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sinuous curves of
Velvet
$2,579 / item
H 30.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
Tourenne Chair in Luxe Berbers / Bouclés by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sinuous curves of
Bouclé
$2,490 / item
H 29 in W 30 in D 30 in
Tourenne Chair in Plush Velvet (Tapered Leg) by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sinuous curves of
Velvet
$2,520 / item
H 29 in W 30 in D 30 in
Tourenne Chair in Performance Velvet (Tapered leg) by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sinuous curves of
Velvet
$2,001
H 33.08 in W 22.84 in D 24.02 in
Vintage Mid-century Lounge Chair Danish Style of Arctander or Henry Schubell
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
resemblance to iconic designs such as Philip Arctander’s renowned “Clam” chair (Muslingestolen) and the
Beech
$2,579 / item
H 29 in W 30 in D 30 in
Tourenne Chair in Luxe Berbers / Bouclés (Tapered Leg) by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sinuous curves of
Velvet
$5,361 / item
H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 30.71 in
'clam' chair Arnold Madsen style oak and lambskin Sweden 1990s
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Paris, IDF
A pair « Clam » chair in the style of Philip Arctander or Arnold Madsen. Made in natural Oak and
Sheepskin, Oak
Clam Chair, Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Los Gatos, CA
“Clam” rocking chair with round beech armrests and legs. Seat and back upholstered with red colored
Philip Arctander-Clam Chair, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Easy chair with round oak armrests and legs, seat and back upholstered with light stribed button
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 23.75 in D 31.5 in
Armchair inspired by Philip Arctander's Clam Chair, in sheepskin and beech
By Philip Arctander
Located in Ottawa, ON
Inspired by Philip Arctander's clam chair, this piece is upholstered in sheepskin and features
Sheepskin, Beech
Unavailable
H 33.88 in W 26.32 in D 29.88 in
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs Freshly Reupholstered in Shearling
By Philip Arctander
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of two clam chairs designed by Philip Arctander circa 1940s freshly reupholstered in
Sheepskin, Wood
Philip Arctander's "Clam chair"
By Philip Arctander
Located in Salzburg, Austria
The "Clam chair" was designed by the Danish architect Philip Arctander in 1944 and
Wool, Wood
Philip Arctander's "Clam chair"
By Philip Arctander
Located in Salzburg, Austria
The "Clam chair" was designed by the Danish architect Philip Arctander in 1944 and
Sheepskin, Wood
Unavailable
H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
“Clam” Easy Chair Designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Los Gatos, CA
“Clam” easy chair designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944.
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 25.99 in D 33.08 in
Clam Chair Philip Arctander Sheep skinn Vik Blindheim Norway Scandinavia
By Philip Arctander
Located in Oslo, NO
Classic Clam chair Philip Arctander sheepskin Clam chair Vik & Blindheim, Norway
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Set of Charlotte Perriand Pine Stools for Les Arcs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Chicago, IL
Arctander Clam chair and “POEMES XLVII“ by Raul de la Torre.
Pine
Philip Arktander Clam Chair
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Phillip Arctander clam chair with legs of original patinated beech wood upholstered with white
Philip Arctander Clam Chair, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Philip Arctander clam chair with legs of birch upholstered with sheep skin. Designed by
Clam Chair by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare lounge chair named "The Clam Chair" designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander
Sheepskin, Beech
Philip Arctander, "Clam" Chair, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
The "Clam chair" by Philip Arctander, 1940s with round armrests and legs of wood. Label: Möbelstil
Wool
"Clam" Lounge Chair by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Incomparably inviting “Clam” lounge chair by Philip Arctander. Curved wooden armrests and club like
Lambskin, Birch
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs
By Philip Arctander
Located in Amarillo, TX
Philip Arctander. Lounge chairs (pair). 1940s, Denmark, Sweden. Lacquered birch, lamb skin
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Philip Arctander clam chairs with legs of birch, upholstered with lamb skin fitted with
Pair of "Clam" Chairs by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of lounge chairs by Philip Arctander for Nordisk Staal-Mobel, Denmark, circa 1944. The
Wool, Birch
Pair of Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back upholstered
Beech
Pair of Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs in stained beech. Seat and back upholstered with
Beech
Philip Arctander Sheepskin Clam Chair, 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in London, England
Philip Arctander "Muslingestolen" aka the clam chair, 1944. Lounge chair designed in 1944 by
Sheepskin, Beech
Clam Lounge Chair by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful lounge chair on a beech frame and wool upholstery. Designed by Philip Arcttander for
Beech, Wool
Philip Arctander Clam Chair Easychair Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare model of Philip Arctander's iconic "Clam Chair" made and produced in Denmark during the
Sheepskin
Philip Arctander Sheepskin Clam Chair, 1950s
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in London, England
Philip Arctander "Muslingestolen" aka the clam chair, 1944. Lounge chair designed in 1944 by
Sheepskin, Beech
Style of Philip Arctander "Clam Chair" in Lamb Fur
By Philip Arctander
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind design in the style of Philip Arctander features a solid birch frame with club feet
Clam Chair by Philip Arctander, circa 1940, Denmark
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in Girona, Spain
Clam chair by Philip Arctander Rounded oak legs Solid, comfortable and stylish "Philip
Sheepskin, Oak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 34.26 in
Pair of Original Midcentury Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander, Danish, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back upholstered
Beech, Sheepskin
Sold
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 34.26 in
Pair of Original Midcentury Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander, Danish, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back upholstered
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 33.47 in
Philip Arctander Clam Easy Chairs by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark
By Philip Arctander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Clam easy chairs designed by Philip Arctander. Produced by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark.
Leather, Sheepskin, Birch
Sold
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 32.68 in
Philip Arctander Clam Easy Chairs by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark
By Philip Arctander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Clam easy chairs designed by Philip Arctander. Produced by Nordisk Stål & Møbel central in Denmark.
Leather, Sheepskin, Birch
Sold
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 33.47 in
Philip Arctander Clam Easy Chair by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark
By Philip Arctander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare clam easy chair designed by Philip Arctander. Produced by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in
Beech
Sold
H 32 in W 27 in D 34.5 in
Pair of Vintage Clam Chairs in Shearling by Philip Arctander, Denmark 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of vintage Clam chairs designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander in 1944. These chairs
Upholstery, Beech
Philip Arctander Sheepskin Clam Sofa, 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in London, England
architect Philip Arctander which compliments his iconic “Muslingestolen” (the Clam chair). The sofa appears
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 35 in W 24 in D 28 in
Philip Arctander, Musslinge/Clam Lounge Chairs, Beige Sheepskin, Birch, 1940s
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of musslinge / clam / lounge / slipper chairs. Attributed to Danish architect Philip
Sheepskin, Birch
Sold
H 31 in W 25 in L 31 in
Philip Arctander, "Clam" Armchair, Sheepskin, Stained Beech, Denmark, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in High Point, NC
An organic Philip Arctander lounge chair or clam chair. Stained beech and authentic brand new
Fabric, Beech
Sold
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 33.47 in
Arctander Clam Chair in Sheepskin by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in Antwerp, BE
Arctander clam chair; Sheepskin; Philip Arctander; Denmark; 1944; Danish Design; Muslingestol
Sheepskin, Wood
Sold
H 31.11 in W 25.6 in D 20.48 in
Clam Chair in Sheepskin, 1960s, Designed by Arnold Madsen or Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander, Arnold Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Arctander chair, affectionately known as the (the Clam Chair), designed by either Arnold Madsen
Sheepskin, Oak
Philip Arctander Clam Chair
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Philip Arctander clam chair with legs of stained wood upholstered with white sheep skin
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming 1950's clam-style lounge chair made in Denmark from stained and varnished beech wood. The
Wool, Beech
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Esbjerg, DK
similar to Phillip Arctander's famous clam chair. Made from stained and varnished beechwood. New
Lambskin, Beech
Sold
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 34.26 in
Original Vintage Clam Chair by Phillip Achtander Danish Modern, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back in original upholstered
Beech
"The Clam" Easy Chair in Lambs Wool by Philip Arctander
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1
Located in Copenhagen, DK
"The Clam" easy chair reupholstered with light lambs wool w. legs and armrests in patinated oak
Oak
Clam Style Lounge Chair Danish Midcentury 1950s
By Madsen & Schubell, Philip Arctander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Phillip Arctander's famous clam chair. Made from stained and varnished beechwood. Original fabric shows
Wool, Maple
"Clam Chair" by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s. Birch and sheepskin and cognac leather
Birch, Sheepskin
Sold
H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 28.35 in
"the Clam Chair" in Dark Blue by Phillip Arctander and Paustian, 2016
By Paustian, Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
"The Clam Chair" originally designed by Phillip Arctander in 1944 and manufactured by Paustian in
Oak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 24.61 in L 29.14 in
Arnold Madsen, Clam Armchair, Fabric and Stained Beech, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in High Point, NC
An organic Arnold Madsen lounge chair or clam chair. Stained beech frame, upholstered in
Beech, Fabric
Sold
H 35.44 in W 24.81 in D 29.14 in
Phillip Arctander "Clam Chair" by Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central, Denmark
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in Karlstad, SE
Clam chair by Filip Arctander, produced by Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central, Denmark. Condition
Sheepskin, Birch
Midcentury "Clam" Chair by Philip Arctander (Formerly Martin Olsen)
By Philip Arctander
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage Danish Modern "Clam" lounge chair by Philip Arctander (the design was until
Sheepskin, Wood
Philip Arctander "Clam Chair" in Black Curly Sheepskin, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare clam chair designed by Philip Arctander and produced by Vik & Blindheim, Norway in the 1940s
Sheepskin, Beech
Pair of "Clam Chairs" by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Easy chairs designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s. Black painted birch and
Sheepskin
1950s Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair Newly Upholstered in White Boucle
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, Philip Arctander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
a stance and silhouette being very reminiscent of Phillip Arctander's famous clam chair. Made from
Beech
“Clam” Easy Chair Designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Birch, sheepskin and cognac leather buttons.
Leather, Sheepskin, Birch
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs, 1944
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Philip Arctander clam chairs with legs of stained oak, upholstered with sheep skin fitted
Sold
H 34.65 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
A Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs, Danish Mid Century Modern, Made in the 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Arnold Madsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Odense, DK
This captivating pair of lounge chairs, visually reminiscent of Arnold Madsen’s iconic ‘Clam Chair
Linen, Beech
Sold
H 34.65 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
A Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs, Danish Mid Century Modern, Made in the 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Arnold Madsen
Located in Odense, DK
This captivating pair of lounge chairs, visually reminiscent of Arnold Madsen’s iconic ‘Clam Chair
Linen, Beech
Sold
H 35.44 in W 24.02 in D 30.32 in
Arnold Madsen / Philip Arctander Clam Chair in Sheepskin Prod in Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid-century easy chair "clam chair" by Philip Arctander / Arnold Madsen produced in Denmark in
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 38.59 in W 24.41 in L 38.59 in
Arnold Madsen / Philip Arctander Clam Chair in Sheepskin Prod in Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid-century easy chair "clam chair" by Philip Arctander / Arnold Madsen produced in Denmark in
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 31.5 in W 27.17 in D 33.47 in
Arnold Madsen Philip Arctander "Clam Chair" in Sheepskin Made in Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare easy arm chair model "clam chair" designed by Arnold Madsen / Philip Arctander and produced in
Sheepskin, Beech
$673Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair of 1940's Style Classic Club or Lounge Chairs in Amber Color Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful exuberant pair of new Danish modern lounge chairs of our own design. The design is inspired by the classic designs from the 1940s but with our own design variations and up-...
Sheepskin, Beech
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$6,800 / item
H 16 in W 60 in D 30 in
Long 'Diagramme' Wrought Iron and Travertine Coffee Table by Design Frères
By Paul Dupré-Lafon, Marc du Plantier, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long 'Diagramme' wrought iron and travertine coffee table by Design Frères. Chic blackened wrought iron and polished raw travertine French, 1940s style coffee table. Handmade. Trav...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
D-LU Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome brass D-LU Sconce. An all brass Directional wall sconce in light gold brass with perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available for or...
Brass
$2,139 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$5,242Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 30.71 in W 58.27 in D 14.97 in
Travertine Console Table inspired by Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Made from high-quality travertine. This console can be customised in your requested dimensions. 2 x dome-topped pedestals are an sculpture in themselves. Rounded-edge tops appear to ...
Travertine
LUgoose Sconce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUgoose Sconce is part of our contemporary collection. Insprired by mid century Italian design, the gooseneck sconce is in a darkened patina brass, and steel. Single E12 based so...
Steel, Brass
$2,624
H 40 in W 40 in D 0.03 in
"La Ligne" Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 40" x 40"
Located in New York, NY
"La Ligne" is a limited edition fine art print that captivates the viewer with its gorgeous abstract linework, demonstrating the beauty of simplicity and the power of form. The prin...
Paper
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Colección Estudio, Difane
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
Hardwood
LUbular Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires contemporary collection, these LUbular all brass sconce is a directional reading sconce in a patina brass finish. Single E26 based socket per sconce. ...
Brass
Beachcomber Counter Stool in White Oak
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light and strong, the beachcomber bar stool evokes the sight of an old wooden monohull, it's lean, sturdy mast together with the rigging worthy of the high seas. Constructed of hand ...
Oak
$796Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 21.26 in
Contemporary Chair in Solid Wood, Upholstered in Leather or Textiles with Arms
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Dry chair collection. The Dry chair concept is to work in a mixture of distinct references resulting in a modern classic in a dance between the retro and the modern. A heavy and i...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Laminate, Hardwood
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
